Jamda
Jamda is a village located in Jamda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Jamda (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Jamda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jamda unique in its vibrant Jamda-Mayurbhanj region. You’ll see Jamda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jamda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamda is 387615. The village spans a total geographical area of 543 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757045. Rairangpur is nearest town to Jamda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Jamda
Population of Jamda
According to the 2011 Census, Jamda has a total population of about 2,356, with approximately 1,063 males and 1,293 females. The sex ratio is around 1216 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 321 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,466. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.49%, with male literacy at about 61.43% and female literacy near 43.31%. There are around 540 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,356 | 1,063 | 1,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 144 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,466 | 663 | 803 |
| Literate Population | 1,213 | 653 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,143 | 410 | 733 |
Connectivity of Jamda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamda. As per the 2011 stats, Jamda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamda
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamda
- Where is Jamda located?
- Jamda village is situated in Jamda Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamda?
- Jamda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jamda?
- The pincode of Jamda is 757045, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamda is 2,356, with 1,063 males and 1,293 females.
- How many households are there in Jamda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamda village has a total of 540 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamda is 51.49%. The male literacy rate is 61.43%, while the female literacy rate is 43.31%.